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In preparation for the November ballot, I am asking voters to reject the 9-1-1 levy being proposed until such time the county proves it has done due diligence in analyzing options for upgrading 9-1-1 capabilities, as well as alternatives for funding.

The levy, recently referred to as an “emergency levy,” is the county’s solution to fund equipment upgrades that currently reside at multiple primary Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP) at the cost of property owners with property valued at $100,000 or more. These PSAPs ….